Learn how to grow a beauty brand from people who have done it before. WWD brings 100+ executives from the most promising indie brands together with seasoned pros who can help them lead, build and grow. Take part in small-group discussions and one-to-one networking with:

• Founders who have turned ideas into iconic brands and offer inspiration as well as practical intelligence
• Fellow entrepreneurs who have shown an active interest in building community and learning from each other
• Thought leaders on branding, investing, technology and more who have made founders’ visions business realities

 Spend one day – and benefit from years of beauty industry experience.

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Sample Agenda

8-9am // Registration & Breakfast
Grab a coffee and kick off the day by greeting your fellow beauty entrepreneurs.

9:00-10:30am // Session I

10:30-11:15am // ENHANCED NETWORKING! Connect Direct

Join the exclusive BeautyVest LinkedIn group and personalize your networking experience with the Direct Connect feature on the WWD BeautyVest app. 

11:15am-12.30pm // Session II

12:30-2:00pm // NEW FORMAT! Meet a mentor 
Customize your experience by selecting a roundtable featuring the discussion topic of your choice and get real-world advice from a tested executive while enjoying lunch. Sample table topics:
     – Enlarging brand voice through influencer marketing
     – Learning how to scale your business
     – Mastering M&A

2:00–3:45pm // Session III

3:45-4:45pm // Wine Reception
Raise a glass with your peers and share key takeaways from the day.